Maple Bear Canadian School Uzbekistan

Overview:
Maple Bear Canadian School Uzbekistan is part of the renowned Maple Bear Global Schools network, which provides Canadian-style bilingual education in over 30 countries worldwide. Established with a commitment to high standards of education, Maple Bear combines Canadian methodology with local cultural insights to nurture well-rounded, inquisitive, and culturally aware global students. Located in Uzbekistan's vibrant capital, Tashkent, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment for students from early childhood through primary grades, and into secondary levels (2025).

Educational Approach:
Maple Bear schools are recognized for their innovative approach rooted in the Canadian education system, renowned for being one of the most effective in the world. The curriculum emphasizes experiential, hands-on learning that prioritizes critical thinking, problem-solving, and creativity. Delivered in both English and the local language, the program aims to build bilingual proficiency, while still respecting and incorporating local Uzbek culture and heritage.
Maple Bear is an educational program that uses immersion methodology to help children learn a second language or study academic subjects in either English or their native language. The immersion method involves surrounding children with instruction and conversation in the target language from the first day of school. This helps children learn to listen, speak, read, and write in the new language.

Curriculum Highlights:
• English Immersion Instruction: Early focus on English fluency; Russian and Uzbek as additional languages.
• Mathematics and Science: Emphasis is placed on the students understanding the foundations of the concepts rather than memorizing algorithms or simple processes.
• STEM Focus: Engaging STEM subjects integrated across the curriculum to foster analytical and technical skills.
• Arts and Humanities: Emphasis on creativity and self-expression through arts, literature, and social studies. Special classes in Pottery, Art, Dance and Music.
• Physical Education: Attention to the physical needs of growing children with classes in Gymnastics, Yoga, Swimming as well as Outdoor Play.
• Character Education: Values-driven education that promotes respect, empathy, and responsibility.
• Personalized Learning: Small class sizes allow for personalized attention to each student’s learning needs.

Facilities:
• Modern Classrooms:
Large, bright, well-equipped classrooms designed for collaborative learning.
• Library: A variety of learning resources, including English and Uzbek books.
• Science and Technology Labs: Hands-on learning environments for experiments and interactive STEM projects.
• Sports Facilities: Spaces for physical education, team sports, and recreational activities, including 2 gymnasiums and 2 swimming pools.

Extracurricular Activities:
Maple Bear offers a range of extracurricular activities to support students' holistic development. Programs may include sports teams, music and arts clubs, coding and robotics, language clubs, and community service initiatives. These activities aim to help students develop diverse interests, social skills, and a sense of responsibility.

Values and Community:
Maple Bear emphasizes respect, and a sense of global citizenship. The school community encourages students to appreciate both Canadian values and Uzbek culture, promoting an environment where diversity is celebrated. With parent involvement and collaboration with the local community, Maple Bear Uzbekistan strives to create a supportive and welcoming atmosphere for families and students alike.
Enrollment and Admissions: Maple Bear Canadian School Uzbekistan accepts students from early childhood through elementary, with planned expansion into middle and high school. Admission is open to students of all backgrounds, with assessments conducted to understand the individual needs of each student. Maple Bear values diversity and actively seeks to provide quality education to all students.

Staffing and Personnel:
At Maple Bear Canadian School Uzbekistan, teachers typically need to meet high standards to ensure quality education consistent with Canadian and international norms. As we are a new school, we welcome applications from recently graduated teachers, as well as experienced teachers in order to build an outstanding team.

Here are the general qualifications and attributes the school would look for:
1. Educational Background:
• Bachelor’s Degree in Education or a relevant subject area is usually required, especially for primary and secondary levels.
• Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certification for preschool and early childhood educators.
2. Teaching Certification:
• Valid Teaching Certification from Canada or another recognized education authority is highly preferred, as it demonstrates knowledge of pedagogy, curriculum standards, and classroom management.
• TESOL, TEFL, or CELTA Certification for English language teachers, especially those who will work in bilingual or ESL programs.
3. Experience:
• At least 2-3 years of teaching experience in a similar educational setting is preferred, especially for teachers handling core subjects like math, science, or language arts.
• International or bilingual teaching experience is highly valued, especially experience with Canadian curriculum or methodologies.
• For ECE roles, prior experience in early childhood education settings is preferred.
4. Skills and Attributes:
• Bilingual Skills: Proficiency in English is essential; knowledge of Uzbek or Russian is a plus but is not required.
• Knowledge of Canadian Curriculum: Familiarity with Canadian teaching standards, especially if the teacher is not Canadian-trained. Maple Bear will provide training before and during the school year to support teachers in mastering Canadian pedagogy.
• Strong Classroom Management Skills to create a supportive and productive learning environment.
• Commitment to Student-Centered Learning: Ability to foster a love for learning, critical thinking, and problem-solving in students.
• Adaptability and Cultural Sensitivity: The ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment and respect local cultural values.
• Innovation and Creativity: A talent for creating engaging, hands-on lessons in line with Maple Bear’s experiential learning approach.
5. Ongoing Professional Development:
• Maple Bear encourages continuous growth. In addition to on-site training with Canadian teacher-trainers during the school year, Maple Bear provides initial training for new teachers as well as access to their on-line Maple Bear Academy for continued professional growth.
• Training in child psychology, digital literacy, and special education is also beneficial.
These qualifications ensure that teachers at Maple Bear Canadian School Uzbekistan are prepared to deliver a high-quality, English Immersion education that aligns with both Canadian standards and the needs of students in Uzbekistan.